Kamala Harris on Her Identity: ‘I’ve Always Been Who I Am’

VP Kamala Harris has never denied who she was: the daughter of Indian and Jamaican immigrants.

When NowThis spoke to Harris in 2019, she revealed how her upbringing influences the way she governs.

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[sylviaduncan]

I was born in Thailand. I was adopted by a black American and a Spaniard mother. I have a biracial brother and an older Spaniard brother. We are a colorful family. We have been called a Rainbow family/United Nations family. But we were a family. I never felt like I was not part of the family and so I am Asian but raised by a black American dad and white Spanish mom. We were a middle class family. And my parents were the best. I have had opportunities that I thank God that I had such great parents. and being part of such a mixed family, I have always accepted every person.

[Aloddff]

As a mixed raced person. I’m tired of explaining myself to people.

I’m glad she’s proud of her heritage. But the problem isn’t us it’s the everyone questioning us

[michaelschweigart]

As a white male, I love your identity, your energy, and your confidence. I love how you're on the offense; your resume speaks for itself. Blessëd Be Kamala!🇺🇲

[rexwilson]

I bet Willie Brown hasn't got over her yet!❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉

[sberesford]

So glad she has class, integrity and not going to play Trumps childish games.

[mik]

Didn't we play this game with President Obama?...it's time to grow up, America. Leave these petty arguments alone.💙

[mapratt]

It's so refreshing to hear an intelligent person speaking, in a calm, friendly manner

[mexx]

"I know Donald Trump's type"
" Say it to my face "
She's absolutely right!
That is a powerful message.
I Love her, she's amazing Woman and full of wisdom and human qualities.
I am team Kamala. VOTING Kamala All the way💙🥥💙💙🇺🇸

[emmelsmusic]

100% of eligible American voters need to vote.

Make it 💯
Keep it 💯

[basboonesebastian]

Finally some intelligence coming from USA, we in Europe had lost hope since some time😑

[danielhubley]

I was worried she wouldn’t acknowledge any racism but then I realized, that’s her whole point. Instead of focusing on the negative we need to focus on the fact we’re not all that much different from one another. Yes the racism and violence matters but so does soo many other just as important things and she said everything perfectly!

[ari_]

An articulate candidate is a breath of fresh air 💙

[DogMama]

I’m sorry you have to address these fools. But thank you, regardless, for being willing to share who you are. We all love you, obviously! 💙

[ForLitenSvenska]

Omg what a refresher to have someone competent, articulate, and not insane speaking to the American people. I hope she wins.

[RhondaMyersMyers]

OMG!! This woman was raised in the most high class neighborhood in Canada. Give me a break.

[NicholasDonskyDonsky]

She didn't mention spending her young adult years on knee pads! Just ask former SF Mayor Tony Brown!!!😂😂😂😂😂

[davidbatin]

Ignorant is the right word to describe Trump.

[jeanesingsjazz]

oh, It’s good to hear someone else saying this… For a while there, I thought I might be someone else, but then Her words resonated with me & then It became clear … I’ve always been who I am too!

[FrancesKennedy-rmkz]

I'm a Canuck. We're cheering for you as an neighbour and ally.

[SozioTheRogue]

Yup, 100%. She has always been who she is. Yeah, there are cultural and identity layers to her, but at the core, she is simple who she is.